Repose Gray vs Agreeable Gray
A side-by-side comparison of Sherwin Williams Repose Gray (SW 7015) and Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray (SW 7029).
| Sherwin Williams Repose Gray | Sherwin Williams Agreeable Gray | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | SW 7015 | SW 7029 |
| Hex |
#CCC7C1
|
#D1CBC1
|
| RGB | 204, 199, 193 | 209, 203, 193 |
| LRV | 58 | 60 |
| Undertone | Warm Purple-Gray | Warm Greige |
| Family | Gray | Greige |
| Best Rooms | Living Room, Bedroom, Hallway, Bathroom, Whole House | Whole House, Living Room, Bedroom, Hallway, Open Floor Plan |
LRV Comparison
Light Reflectance Value measures how much light a color reflects. Repose Gray has an LRV of 58 (medium) and Agreeable Gray has an LRV of 60 (light). These two colors reflect a similar amount of light, so the brightness of a room will feel comparable with either choice.
The Full Comparison
Two of Sherwin Williams' most popular neutrals, but with distinctly different undertones. Agreeable Gray is warmer, leaning beige, and reads as a true greige. Repose Gray is cooler with subtle purple-taupe undertones. In a room with warm wood floors, Agreeable Gray complements the warmth while Repose Gray provides contrast. In a room with cool tones (blue accents, gray furniture), Repose Gray harmonizes while Agreeable Gray adds warmth. Repose is the better choice for modern, cooler aesthetics. Agreeable is the safer bet for traditional, warm spaces.
Repose Gray Undertones
A warm light gray with subtle purple-taupe undertones. Reads as a true gray in most conditions but avoids feeling cold or stark.
Agreeable Gray Undertones
The quintessential greige. Balanced between gray and beige with warm undertones that keep it from feeling cold. One of the most popular paint colors in America for good reason.
Lighting Behavior
Repose Gray: The purple undertone is most visible in bright, cool light. In warm or dim light, it reads as a clean warm gray. Pairs well with both warm and cool accents.
Agreeable Gray: Remarkably adaptable across lighting conditions. In bright light, the gray side shows more. In dim or warm light, the beige warmth comes forward. Works in virtually any room.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No, Repose Gray (Sherwin Williams) and Agreeable Gray (Sherwin Williams) are not the same color. They're in the same family (gray), but they differ in undertone, LRV, and how they behave in different lighting. Repose Gray has warm purple-gray undertones, while Agreeable Gray has warm greige undertones. Always compare physical samples before choosing.
Agreeable Gray is lighter with an LRV of 60, compared to Repose Gray's LRV of 58. LRV (Light Reflectance Value) measures how much light a color reflects on a scale from 0 (black) to 100 (white).
That's a popular combination. Using the darker Repose Gray (LRV 58) on walls and the lighter Agreeable Gray (LRV 60) on trim creates a classic contrast that makes the trim pop.